A story in this month’s issue of Wired magazine provides insight into the minds of non-verbal autistic individuals. We’re introduced to Amanda Baggs, a 27-year-old Vermont woman who is autistic and doesn’t speak. She types her thoughts into a computer that translates her words, providing her with a synthesized voice.

In a fascinating YouTube video she created, called “In My Language,” Baggs explains her seemingly unusual behavior and repetitive movements as being “[f]ar from purposeless,” but a way for her to interact with her surroundings. These misunderstood actions, she says, are her "native language."

In a move that would increase food allergy awareness in restaurants, there’s a bill under consideration in the Massachusetts state legislature that would require food allergy training for restaurant workers. Under the requirements of the pending legislation, Massachusetts restaurants with more than 50 seats would have to take the following steps in order to comply with the proposed regulations:

NaturalNews.com published an article today about rising rates of autism and the debate about whether the disease is caused by genetics or environmental factors:

Feeling guilty that you didn’t follow through with that New Year’s resolution to eat healthier?

We’re happy to report that feedback about Arico’s Cassava Chips, our newest product, has been overwhelmingly positive. The addictively tasty potato-chip alternative, made from the high-fiber cassava root, comes in four flavors: Original, Sea Salt Mist, Barbeque, and Ginger on Fire. As with all Arico products, Cassava Chips are free of gluten, dairy and trans-fats.

 On the eve of Valentine’s Day, stories abound about couples whose love continues to flourish despite dietary divergences.

In today’s New York Times article, I Love You, but You Love Meat, Shauna James Ahern (a.k.a. »

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